Day Tour | Explore Ninh Binh departs from Hanoi with Van Long Nature Reserve

— GENERAL INFOMATION —

Tour: Full-day tour.

Departure time: 7:00 AM - 7:45 PM

Duration: 13 hours.

Transportation: Motorbike Tour.

Pick-up & Drop-off: Hotels in and around Hanoi Old Quarter (Please specify your Hotels name address)

 

– ITINERARY –

07:00 – 07:45 AM: Tour guide meets you at your hotel/stay and drives 120 km through the verdant landscape of the Red River Delta. A short break of approximately 20 minutes is included before arriving at Van Long Wetland Nature Reserve.

There you will take a boat trip through a river surrounded by limestone mountains where the movie King Kong was filmed, observe local wildlife, and visit a water cave.

 

11:30 AM: Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel and Dinh King Temple dating back to the 17th century. The tour guide will introduce the history of the king who united Dai Viet and explain the unique architecture of the temple.

 

12:45 PM: Enjoy a buffet lunch at a local restaurant featuring traditional Vietnamese cuisine.

 

2:00 PM: Board a small sampan boat to explore Tam Coc, meaning "Three Caves".

During the 1.5-hour boat trip, admire majestic limestone cliffs, mysterious caves, rice paddies, and peaceful countryside landscapes.

 

4:00 PM: Continue to Mua Cave and hike to Ngoa Long Summit, also known as Dragon Mountain.

Enjoy panoramic views over Love Valley and one of the most spectacular viewpoints in Vietnam.

 

5:30 PM – 7:45 PM: Return to Hanoi by bus with a short break along the way.

End of tour.

 

INCLUDED:

 

• Pick-up and drop-off from hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter by standard bus (maximum 33 passengers).
• English-speaking guide.
• 2 bottles of water per person on the bus.
• Buffet lunch with Vietnamese dishes, including vegetarian options.
• All entrance fees and boat tickets during the trip.

EXCLUDED:

• Pick-up and drop-off outside Hanoi Old Quarter.
• Tips and personal expenses.
• Government tax.
• Travel insurance.
• Drinks during the trip